The kidneys are one of the most important organs of the body that ensure that the blood is filtered and need to be taken care of.

Diet and lifestyle play a significant role in maintaining kidney health, optimal kidney function, and preventing kidney diseases. Making healthy food choices on a daily basis and regular exercise is a great way to prevent potential kidney health risks.

Foods like lentils, beans (such as black beans, kidney beans), pulses, seeds (chia, sunflower, flax, pumpkin), soy products (soy chunks, chaap, tofu, tempeh), nutritional yeast are rich protein sources within a plant-based diet. Protein is also found in whole grains (rice, oats, quinoa, barley), and nuts (walnuts, almonds, pistachios, cashews), along with healthy fats and carbs.

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